Jamaican Pumpkin Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Jamaican pumpkin, commonly referred to as calabaza pumpkin in the United States, is a warm-season vining plant suited to tropical and subtropical climates. It produces long, spreading vines and develops medium to large fruits during the growing season. This variety performs well in consistently warm temperatures with full sunlight and adapts to garden beds and open fields with well-drained, fertile soil. It establishes steadily and produces mature fruits in the late growing season under suitable conditions.

Features

• Vigorous vining growth suitable for large garden spaces
• Adapted to tropical and warm climates
• Produces medium to large fruits during the growing season
• Suitable for garden beds and field cultivation
• Requires full sunlight and consistent warmth

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Cucurbita moschata
• Common Name (US): Calabaza Pumpkin
• Seed Type / Variety: Tropical pumpkin variety
• Growth Habit: Spreading vine
• USDA Zones: 8–11
• Planting Season: Late spring to early summer
• Growing Season: Summer to fall
• Sowing Season: April–June
• Germination Time and Conditions: 7–14 days in warm soil (20–30°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
• Watering Needs: Moderate to high; consistent moisture required
• Mature Plant Size: Vines spread 3–6 m
• Plant Spacing: 90–150 cm